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Qbajjar Bay
Shallow Gozo bay for beginner diving, swimming, and snorkeling
About Qbajjar Bay
Qbajjar Bay is a shallow Gozo bay with pebbly access, seagrass and sandy patches, and clear water that makes it a straightforward training and beginner diving site. It is more useful for easy practice, swimming, and snorkeling than for deep or technical profiles.
Research Estimate At Qbajjar Bay
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Where Is Qbajjar Bay?
Qbajjar Bay Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
Up to 6m
Depth Note
Maximum depth stated as 6 m (20 ft).
Best Season
Year-round, especially for calm, easy practice on settled days.
Typical Conditions
Shallow bay with seagrass and sand, low current, and simple training conditions.
Safety & Access At Qbajjar Bay
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Safety Notes
Keep the dive conservative because this is a shallow training site, and avoid forcing entries when the bay is rough.
Access Restrictions
Free access from the beach or sloping path, but the site is really best on calm days and for shallow practice.
Legal Notes
No special permit is indicated in public descriptions; follow local shore-access and marine rules.
Local Intel For Qbajjar Bay
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba
A very shallow shore dive used mainly for training and practice, with easy walk-in access.
Freedive
The shallow water and easy beach entry make it suitable for relaxed breath-hold practice when conditions are calm.
Snorkel
A good snorkeling bay because the water is shallow and the access is easy.
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Directory entry with shallow-bay training use, free beach access, sufficient parking, restaurant and shop facilities, average visibility around 20 m, no current, and a 6 m depth.
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